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Wass this way: A final reflection

Ari Wasserman
May 13, 2009

Football set to mix it up

Ari Wasserman
April 3, 2009
Alan Walsh/ Arizona Daily Wildcat

Safety a Golden opportunity

Ari Wasserman
March 26, 2009
Former UA left tackle Eben Britton blocks ASU's Dexter Davis during a 31-10 Wildcat win on Dec. 6 at Arizona Stadium. Britton will be one of several former UA players working out for NFL scouts during the Arizona's Pro Day on Saturday.

Pro Day last chance for draft prospects to prove worth

Ari Wasserman
March 19, 2009
Arizona sophomore Matt Scott rocks back to throw a pass during the Arizona football team's first spring practice on Wednesday afternoon. Scott will be competing for the Wildcats' starting job with fellow sophomores Nick Foles and Bryson Beirne throughout the spring.

Football springs back into action

Ari Wasserman
March 5, 2009

Brief: Stoops hires new assistant coach

Ari Wasserman
February 24, 2009
Former wide receiver Mike Thomas (10) runs between BYU defenders in a 31-21 Arizona win in December's Las Vegas Bowl. Thomas and offensive tackle Eben Britton worked out at the NFL Combine this weekend in preparation for April's NFL Draft.

Ex-Wildcats impressive over weekend

Ari Wasserman
February 24, 2009
Former UA wide receiver Mike Thomas (10) tries to juke BYU defenders in the final moments of the Wildcats' 31-21 Las Vegas Bowl win on Dec. 20 at Sam Boyd Stadium. Thomas, along with former offensive tackle Ebon Britton, will be try to improve his draft stock at the NFL Combine, which starts today in Indianapolis.

Combine last step to NFL

Ari Wasserman
February 18, 2009

Wildcats finally get over hump

Ari Wasserman
January 14, 2009
Arizona head coach Mike Stoops, far left, and other Wildcats celebrate their first bowl game win since 1998 after a 31-21 win over No. 17 BYU in the Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl at Sam Boyd Stadium on Saturday night.

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED

Ari Wasserman
December 23, 2008
What we thought then isn't what we know now

What we thought then isn’t what we know now

Ari Wasserman
December 10, 2008
UA placekicker Jason Bondzio celebrates with Wildcat fans after the 31-10 win against ASU at Arizona Stadium on Saturday night. The Wildcats will play No. 17 BYU on Dec. 20 in the Las Vegas Bowl.

‘Cats familiar with bowl opponent BYU

Ari Wasserman
December 9, 2008

Livengood pleased with Wildcats’ season

Ari Wasserman
December 8, 2008
UA quarterback Willie Tuitama and his teammates pose with the Territorial Cup following a 31-10 Wildcat win over ASU Saturday night at Arizona Stadium. Tuitama's win over the Sun Devils and the subsequent berth in the Las Vegas Bowl help supplant him as one of the program's best quarterbacks.

Tui goes out on top

Ari Wasserman
December 8, 2008
Willie Tuitama -

Tui would trade it all to drop Sun Devils

Ari Wasserman
December 7, 2008

ASU’s Bolden says Devils will win

Ari Wasserman
December 4, 2008
UA backup quarterback Matt Scott runs with the football during a warmup earlier this season. Scott was the only one of his three good friends to choose Arizona over ASU as freshmen. Scott hopes to contribute in Saturday's game against ASU at Arizona Stadium at 6 p.m.

Football notes: Scott to face old friends

Ari Wasserman
December 4, 2008

Britton considers NFL Draft

Ari Wasserman
December 3, 2008
UA linebackers Xavier Kelley (15) and Ronnie Palmer (33) combine for a tackle in a 19-17 Beaver win at Arizona Stadium on Nov. 22. ""We just have to focus on Arizona and hope that the fans and the media don't blow it out of too much preparation,"" Palmer said of Saturday's game with ASU.

Football notes: Rivalry game brings urgency to Sun Devils

Ari Wasserman
December 2, 2008

Football team thankful for weekend break

Ari Wasserman
November 26, 2008
UA running back Keola Antolin leaps over Oregon's defensive line and into the end zone during the fourth quarter of a 55-45 Arizona loss at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. The Wildcats take on Oregon State tomorrow at 5 p.m. at Arizona Stadium with a chance to improve their bowl standing and derail the Beavers' Rose Bowl hopes.

‘Cats trying to climb in Pac-10

Ari Wasserman
November 22, 2008

Important Big 12 match up has Arizona ties

Ari Wasserman
November 20, 2008

Oregon State poses big threat

Ari Wasserman
November 18, 2008
UA running back Keola Antolin (2) scores one of his four touchdowns against Oregon in Autzen Stadium on Saturday in Eugene, Ore. Despite a heralded second-half comeback, the Wildcats couldn't overcome the Ducks, losing 55-45.

‘Horrendous’ 1st half dooms UA

Ari Wasserman
November 17, 2008
UA running back Nic Grigsby (23) breaks a tackle in last year's 34-24 upset victory over then-No. 2 Oregon at Arizona Stadium. Over the past two years against the Ducks - both UA victories - the schools have developed a new rivalry on the gridiron.

Football seeks third straight victory in newfound rivalry against Oregon

Ari Wasserman
November 15, 2008
Oregon quarterback Jeremiah Masoli runs down field past the Arizona defense to score on a 66-yard run on the third play from scrimmage. Arizona rallied late, but was unable to overcome a large first half deficit, as the Wildcats fell to Oregon 55-45 at Autzen Stadium on Saturday night.

‘Horrendous’ first half dooms Wildcats in Eugene

Ari Wasserman
November 15, 2008

“If Tech job opens, Dykes could be considered”

Ari Wasserman
November 13, 2008

RB Grigsby responds to adversity

Ari Wasserman
November 12, 2008
UA running back Nic Grigsby reaches for a pass during the Wildcats' 48-20 win over Washington State last season at Arizona Stadium. The Wildcats could become bowl eligible with a win Saturday in Pullman, Wash., against one of the worst teams statistically in college football.

UA to face winless Cougs

Ari Wasserman
November 7, 2008
UA running back Nic Grigsby attempts to break a tackle from Washington State's Husain Abdullah in last year's 48-20 win over the Cougars at Arizona Stadium. Despite being 39-point favorites heading into Saturday's game in Pullman, Wash., the Wildcats won't take their opponent lightly.

Wildcats won’t look past Wazzu

Ari Wasserman
November 4, 2008

W-golf ends fall season

Ari Wasserman
November 3, 2008

Pre-play audibles key for Wildcats

Ari Wasserman
October 31, 2008
Arizona safety Nate Ness (32) wrestles USC tight end Anthony McCoy to the ground during a 17-10 Trojan win Saturday night at Arizona Stadium. While the Wildcats fell short of an upset, some USC players and coaches said the talent gap between the two programs has closed in recent years.

USC’s Maualuga speaks highly of Wildcats

Ari Wasserman
October 28, 2008
UA quarterback Willie Tuitama (7) consoles linebacker Xavier Kelley after the Wildcats' 17-10 loss to then-No. 6 USC Saturday night at Arizona Stadium. The Wildcats still need to win one of their four remaining games to be eligible for the team's first bowl berth in a decade.

A close loss is no longer good enough

Ari Wasserman
October 27, 2008

Opponent Analysis: Trojans still class of Pac-10

Ari Wasserman
October 24, 2008

Trojans won’t look past ‘Cats

Ari Wasserman
October 21, 2008
UA running back Keola Antolin runs downfield in Saturday's 42-27 win over then-No. 25 California. Antolin was named the Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Week on Monday.

Antolin earns conference honors

Ari Wasserman
October 21, 2008

UA’s bowl hopes back

Ari Wasserman
October 20, 2008

Golden chance for ‘Cats

Ari Wasserman
October 19, 2008
UA running back Keola Antolin plows over a California defender during the Wildcats' 42-27 win over the No. 25 ranked Golden Bears at Arizona Stadium Saturday night. Antolin gained 149 yards on 21 carries and scored three touchdowns in the game.

‘Cats roll thanks to second half surge

Ari Wasserman
October 19, 2008
Jake Lacey/Arizona Daily Wildcat Stanford running back Toby Gerhart tries to get around UA cornerback Devin Ross in Saturday's 24-23 Cardinal win in Palo Alto, Calif.

Rushing attack now a concern for Arizona

Ari Wasserman
October 14, 2008

Arizona football falls under Cardinal rule

Ari Wasserman
October 13, 2008
Arizona quarterback Willie Tuitama (7) gets hit as he throws in a 21-20 Wildcat loss to the Cardinal last year at Arizona Stadium. Tuitama is 284 yards away from becoming Arizona's all-time leading passer as the Wildcats take on Stanford on Saturday.

Road test for ‘Cats in Palo Alto

Ari Wasserman
October 11, 2008

Gronkowski named national TE of week

Ari Wasserman
October 9, 2008

Athlete of the week

Ari Wasserman
October 8, 2008
UA special teams player Orlando Vargas (38) looks to make a block on a punt return during the Wildcats' 48-14 win over Washington Saturday night at Arizona Stadium. Vargas and fellow special teams player Tito Foster - the self-proclaimed 'Smash Brothers' - have impressed coaches with all of their hard work in a non-starring role on the team.

Special teamers smash

Ari Wasserman
October 8, 2008
UA running back Nic Grigsby, 5, breaks a tackle in Saturday's 48-14 win over Washington at Arizona Stadium. Grigsby's rushing assault was enhanced by a stellar UA offensive line, which lifted the Wildcats to a perfect 2-0 in the Pacific 10 Conference.

‘Cats offensive line cured of hiccups

Ari Wasserman
October 7, 2008
Wildcat tight end Rob Gronkowski races downfield during Arizona's 48-14 win over Washington Saturday night at Arizona Stadium. Gronkowski had three touchdown catches against the Huskies and five scores overall on just eight catches this season.

Rose Bowl ready?

Ari Wasserman
October 6, 2008

Memories from past forgotten

Ari Wasserman
October 4, 2008

Kerley now a leader from Arizona’s sidelines

Ari Wasserman
October 2, 2008

Sports brief: Reese back for Wildcats

Ari Wasserman
September 30, 2008
Washington quarterback Jake Locker carries the ball against Stanford in the first quarter Saturday in an NCAA college football game in Seattle.

Wildcats alter strategy with Locker out

Ari Wasserman
September 30, 2008

What to do without a game?

Ari Wasserman
September 26, 2008
Arizona wide receiver Mike Thomas leaps to make a catch during Saturday's 31-10 Wildcat victory over UCLA in Pasadena, Calif. Thomas recorded 257 all-purpose yards and was named the Pacific 10 Conference Special Teams Player of the Week.

Athlete of the week

Ari Wasserman
September 24, 2008
Ari Wasserman/Assistant Sports Editor

“Loss to New Mexico still stings, but not season-defining”

Ari Wasserman
September 23, 2008
Rob Gronkowski

“Gronkowski returns, boosts UA’s offense”

Ari Wasserman
September 22, 2008
UA linebacker Ronnie Palmer gets his hands on Bruins' quarterback Kevin Craft in the Wildcats' 31-10 win over UCLA in Pasadena, Calif., Saturday. Craft threw for 81 yards, completing 15 of his 31 throws.

Injured Bruins give Wildcats advantage

Ari Wasserman
September 22, 2008
UA wide receiver Mike Thomas (10) gets tied up with a UCLA player in last year's 34-27 win at Arizona Stadium. With each team coming off a loss, both the Wildcats and Bruins are aiming to start their Pacific 10 Conference seasons off with a bang.

“UA, UCLA open Pac-10 season”

Ari Wasserman
September 20, 2008
Keenyn Crier

Crier named to top punter watch list

Ari Wasserman
September 18, 2008
Arizona sophomore running back Nic Grigsby carries the ball in Arizona's 36-28 loss to New Mexico Saturday at University Stadium in Albuquerque. Though the Wildcats run the spread offense, the running game is a very integral part of Arizona's success.

Arizona football needs run; Gronkowski’s return helps

Ari Wasserman
September 18, 2008
UA wide receiver Mike Thomas watches the ball fall to the turf after getting blasted by New Mexico linebacker Herbert Felder in Saturday's 36-28 Lobo win in Albuquerque, N.M.

Don’t sleep on Mountain West

Ari Wasserman
September 17, 2008
UA quarterback Willie Tuitama, left, hands the ball off to running back Nic Grigsby during Saturday's 36-28 loss to New Mexico in Albuquerque, N.M. Tuitama will take on UCLA this Saturday in Los Angeles for Arizona's Pac-10 opener.

Turnovers costly for Wildcats

Ari Wasserman
September 16, 2008
UA wide receiver Mike Thomas (10) tries to wriggle free from the grasp of New Mexico's Jerome Jenkins (24) in last year's 29-27 Lobo win at Arizona Stadium. The Wildcats look to return the favor in Saturday's game in Albuquerque at 5 p.m.

Wildcats seek revenge on Lobos

Ari Wasserman
September 12, 2008
Arizona running back Keola Antolin tries to evade a tackle in the Wildcats' 41-16 win over Toledo at Arizona Stadium on Saturday. Antolin was named the Pacific 10 Conference Special Teams Player of the Week on Monday for his performance against the Rockets.

Antolin earns accolade; Gronkowski back on field

Ari Wasserman
September 9, 2008
Wildcat running back Nic Grigsby darts up field during Arizona's 41-16 victory over Toledo at Arizona Stadium Saturday night. Grigsby amassed 135 yards and three touchdowns on 20 carries, his second straight game rushing for multiple scores and at least 100 yards.

Grigsby strikes again

Ari Wasserman
September 8, 2008

Reese suspended indefinitely

Ari Wasserman
September 8, 2008
Arizona sophomore running back Nic Grigsby avoids a tackle in the Wildcats' 41-16 win over Toledo Saturday night at Arizona Stadium. Grigsby rushed for 135 yards and three touchdowns in the game and was the first Wildcat to rush for three touchdowns since Mike Bell did it against Washington in 2002.

Grigsby sparks ‘Cats to 2-0 start

Ari Wasserman
September 7, 2008

“Rockets set for season blastoff, to provide tough task for UA”

Ari Wasserman
September 5, 2008

Football boasts depth

Ari Wasserman
September 4, 2008

Wildcats open season with bang

Ari Wasserman
September 2, 2008

Football notes: Arizona not looking past Toledo

Ari Wasserman
September 2, 2008

Track to bowl begins now

Ari Wasserman
August 29, 2008

For Stoops this season could be it

Ari Wasserman
August 28, 2008

Tuitama’s last chance is now

Ari Wasserman
August 28, 2008

Offensive line sports rare experience

Ari Wasserman
August 28, 2008

Gronkowski to sit out opener against Idaho

Ari Wasserman
August 26, 2008

Gronkowski to test for mononucleosis

Ari Wasserman
August 25, 2008
Football picked to finish seventh in Pac-10

Football picked to finish seventh in Pac-10

Ari Wasserman
July 29, 2008
UA pitcher Taryne Mowatt hurls a pitch toward the plate during the Wildcats' April 27 13-1 win over Oregon State at Hillenbrand Stadium. Mowatt won a pair of 3-0 games against No. 25 Washington over the weekend, including a no-hitter in yesterday's contest.

Softball takes back weekend

Ari Wasserman
May 5, 2008
UA outfielder Brittany Lastrapes takes a hack at a pitch during Arizona's 13-1 win over Oregon State at Hillenbrand Stadium on April 27. The No. 8 Wildcats hit the road this weekend against much stiffer competition as they face No. 4 UCLA today in Los Angeles and No. 25 Washington in Seattle tomorrow and Sunday.

Softball looking for sweep

Ari Wasserman
May 2, 2008
Arizona pitcher Taryne Mowatt swings her arm in mid-pitch in yesterday's 13-1 win over Oregon State at Hillenbrand Stadium. The Wildcats swept the Beavers this weekend but lost to Oregon 2-1 Friday.

Mowatt back on track

Ari Wasserman
April 28, 2008
Former UA cornerback Antoine Cason returns a punt in a 20-17 loss to ASU at Arizona Stadium on Dec. 1. Cason, chosen by San Diego 27th overall, was one of four Wildcats to be selected in this year's NFL draft, along with Spencer Larsen, Wilrey Fontenot and Lionel Dotson.

Cason chosen in 1st round

Ari Wasserman
April 28, 2008
Former UA cornerback Antoine Cason corrals a punt during the Wildcats' 34-27 Homecoming win over UCLA Nov. 3 at Arizona Stadium. Despite being recognized as the nation's best defensive back as the 2007 Thorpe Award winner, it is not clear if Cason will be a late first-round pick or will fall to the second round of tomorrow's NFL draft.

Cason leads ‘Cats into NFL draft

Ari Wasserman
April 26, 2008
Arizona pitcher Taryne Mowatt stares down a batter during a 2-1 loss to then-No. 4 UCLA at Hillenbrand Stadium on April 13. Mowatt and the Wildcats look to get back to their winning ways as they host Oregon tonight at 7 and Oregon State tomorrow and Sunday.

Wildcat softball looks for new life this weekend

Ari Wasserman
April 25, 2008
Senior Taryne Mowatt strides toward the plate in an 8-1 loss to No. 1 ASU last Wednesday night at Hillenbrand Stadium. The No. 8 Wildcats will attempt to get revenge tonight and tomorrow

Time for redemption

Ari Wasserman
April 18, 2008
Arizona ace Taryne Mowatt releases a pitch in a 2-1 loss to No. 4 UCLA at Hillenbrand Stadium on Sunday. The Wildcats need to get over last week's 8-1 loss to No. 1 ASU, along with chemistry issues, in order to get back to their dominant selves.

Softball going through trouble

Ari Wasserman
April 15, 2008
UA defensive back Corey Hall (21) gets a hand on receiver Mike Thomas as he heads to the end zone in the Wildcats' Spring Game in Arizona Stadium on Saturday. Thomas had three catches for 42 yards and a touchdown and Hall intercepted a Willie Tuitama pass in the game.

Football spring practice concludes

Ari Wasserman
April 14, 2008
UCLA catcher Jennifer Schroeder tags UA pinch runner Cyndi Duran out at the plate in the Bruins' 2-1 win at Hillenbrand Stadium yesterday. The No. 9 Wildcats won 2 of 3 over the weekend after beating the No. 4 UCLA 8-0 Saturday and No. 25 Washington 5-4 on Friday.

UA softball takes 2 over weekend

Ari Wasserman
April 14, 2008
Arizona outfielder Brittany Lastrapes robs a hit in an 8-1 loss to No. 1 ASU Wednesday night at Hillenbrand Stadium. The Wildcats look to get back to their winning ways when they host two ranked opponents this weekend.

Schedule not getting easier

Ari Wasserman
April 11, 2008
Arizona pitcher Preston Guilmet rocks back in a 4-3 extra-inning loss to No. 23 UCLA on March 28 at Sancet Stadium. The Wildcats have lost 10 of their last 13 games and are unranked after starting the season ranked No. 1.

Top-ranked Devils come to Tucson

Ari Wasserman
April 9, 2008
Alison Walshe

Walshe tied in 95th after day 1 of LPGA Major

Ari Wasserman
April 4, 2008
Arizona designated player Stacie Chambers takes a swing in the Wildcats' doubleheader sweep over Marshall at Hillenbrand Stadium on March 26. Chambers battled back from brain injuries following getting hit in the face with a foul ball last fall to become one of Arizona's most reliable hitters.

Chambers: a step ‘a head’

Ari Wasserman
April 4, 2008
UA senior Alison Walshe stares down a putt during the Wildcat Invitational Feb 26. at Omni Tucson National Golf Resort. Walshe tees off in the first LPGA Major Tournament of the season, the Kraft-Nabisco Championship, this afternoon.

Walshe to play in LPGA Major

Ari Wasserman
April 3, 2008
Mike Turner attempts to tackle DeSean Jackson in Arizona's 45-27 Pacific 10 Conference opening loss to California on Sept. 22 in Berkeley, Calif. After being switched from cornerback to receiver last year, Turner hopes to compete for a starting cornerback job next year since being shifted back to defense.

Turner ready to step into defense role for Wildcats

Ari Wasserman
April 1, 2008
Reserve running back Xavier Smith runs through a hole at Arizona first scrimmage at Arizona Stadium Saturday. The Wildcats offense struggled in its first public appearance, something offensive coordinator Sonny Dykes would like to see fixed before the spring game on April 12.

Offense suffers in 1st spring game

Ari Wasserman
March 31, 2008

Ray’s ejection sparks softball in series finale

Ari Wasserman
March 31, 2008

Goldman’s absence plagues men’s tennis team

Ari Wasserman
March 31, 2008

Offense struggles in first spring football scrimmage

Ari Wasserman
March 30, 2008
Freshman pitcher Lindsey Sisk tosses a pitch in an 11-5 Arizona win over Marshall Wednesday night at Hillenbrand Stadium. The Wildcats open up their Pac-10 season tonight at No. 5 Stanford.

Wildcat softball kicks off conference slate in Calif.

Ari Wasserman
March 29, 2008
Alison Walshe

Senior Walshe named National Player of Week

Ari Wasserman
March 28, 2008
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